In a throwback to her pre-Golden Globes style streak, Michelle Dockery proved in January 2014 that bold colors and fearless prints never go out of fashion.
Fresh off hitting all the right notes in a fabulous Barbara Casasola creation at LoveGold’s Celebration of Gold and Glamour, the Downton Abbey star lit up Audi’s red carpet in a multicheck sleeveless sheath dress from Altuzarra’s Pre-Fall 2014 collection.
Michelle Dockery proves that bold colors and timeless silhouettes never go out of style at Audi’s pre-Golden Globes party in 2014, wearing an Altuzarra dress with vibrant Christian Louboutin “Batignolles” pumps (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Guillermo Proano)
The playful pattern and flirty side slit brought modern energy to the classic silhouette, while a vivid red Rodo clutch and sparkling Jennifer Meyer jewels kept the look polished.
Her pop of sunshine came via Christian Louboutin’s glossy yellow “Batignolles” pumps — a classic pointed-toe stiletto celebrated for its sleek lines and signature red-lacquered sole.
Timeless enough to work for both everyday polish and special occasions, this style remains just as covetable now as it was on that red carpet.
A close-up of Michelle Dockery’s feet shows the glossy yellow Christian Louboutin “Batignolles” pumps, a classic pointed-toe stiletto celebrated for its sleek lines and signature red-lacquered sole (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Guillermo Proano)
The yellow “Batignolles” pumps from Christian Louboutin complemented Michelle’s outfit and made her stand out in a sea of faces on the red carpet. These shoes feature tapered stiletto heels, gorgeous yellow patent leather, and the brand’s signature red leather soles.
From vibrant patent leather to sleek snakeskin and timeless nudes, Christian Louboutin’s “Batignolles” pumps have graced countless red carpets and street-style moments. Here’s a curated look at how celebrities have made this classic stiletto their own over the years:
👠 YourNextShoes: Batignolles in the Spotlight
- 📌 Kerry Washington Rocks Christian Louboutin “Batignolles” Snake Pointed-Toe Red-Sole Pumps — A standout street-style moment of Kerry pairing snakeskin Batignolles Louboutins with a sleek blazer ensemble.
- 📌 Pretty and Polished Olga Kurylenko Wears Batignolles for Oblivion — Coverage of Olga Kurylenko in both nude and black Louboutin Batignolles pumps during her Oblivion promotion.
- 📌 Rita Ora’s Iconic Fashion: Beyond Basic With Leather Hats and Bright Cut-Out Trousers — Rita stunned in bright yellow patent Batignolles pumps styled with neon and pastel hues.
- 📌 Kate Hudson Shows Best Shoes To Wear With Tight Black … — Kate paired python-detailed white Batignolles pumps with a leather skirt outfit.
- 📌 Louboutin Lovers’ Feet at Disney/ABC Television Group’s … — Celebrities like Emily VanCamp and Hannah Ware in nude Batignolles pumps from spring 2013.
Later that weekend, Michelle Dockery switched gears from bold prints to monochrome elegance at DuJour magazine’s Great Performances issue celebration — an event honoring cover star and guest-of-honor Lupita Nyong’o.
Monochrome Magic: Michelle Dockery’s Timeless Moschino & Rupert Sanderson “Elba” Pumps
The Downton Abbey star embraced a crisp black-and-white palette in a tailored Moschino jumpsuit with a playful Peter Pan collar, pairing the look with soft, side-swept curls and a gleaming metallic Emm Kuo clutch.
Michelle Dockery embraces monochrome elegance at a 2014 DuJour magazine celebration, honoring Lupita Nyong’o in a timeless Moschino jumpsuit with a playful Peter Pan collar (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Guillermo Proano)
For her footwear, she chose Rupert Sanderson’s iconic “Elba” pumps in classic black — a pointed-toe stiletto favored by Hollywood’s style set for its clean lines and timeless silhouette.
Michelle Dockery showcases a masterclass in minimalism with impact at DuJour magazine’s Great Performances issue celebration, pairing a Moschino jumpsuit with a playful Peter Pan collar and timeless Rupert Sanderson “Elba” pumps (Credit: Chris Hatcher / Startraksphoto)
Anchored by Neil Lane jewels and a bold red lip, the look remains a masterclass in minimalism with impact, proving why the “Elba” continues to be a red-carpet staple.
Michelle Dockery’s footwear choice for the DuJour magazine celebration was the Rupert Sanderson ‘Elba’ pumps, a classic black pointed-toe stiletto favored by Hollywood’s style set for its clean lines and timeless silhouette (Credit: FayesVision / WENN / Guillermo Proano)
The ‘Elba’ pumps from Rupert Sanderson have graced the red carpet one too many times. Fans of these shoes include Amanda Seyfried, Dakota Fanning, Kate Winslet, Amy Adams, Julia Roberts, and Emmy Rossum. Michelle wore them in black, which added the finishing touches to her chic and sophisticated look.
👠 Your Next Shoes: Rupert Sanderson “Elba” Pumps in Action
- 📌 Amanda Seyfried in Houndstooth Dress and Rupert Sanderson ‘Elba’ Pumps — Amanda electrified the Late Show set in 2013, pairing a white-and-pink houndstooth Balmain dress with classic nude “Elba” pumps. This timeless pairing remains a standout moment.
- 📌 Dakota Fanning in Pale Leather Alexander McQueen Dress and “Elba” Pumps — At Venice Film Festival’s Night Moves photo-call, Dakota elevated a pale leather ensemble with elegant wine-colored “Elba” pumps.
- 📌 Ellie Goulding Wows in Feathery Marchesa Dress and “Elba” Pumps — Ellie’s Spring 2013 look featured black satin “Elba” pumps with pointed toes and graceful four-inch heels for a red-carpet moment that still resonates.
- 📌 Celebrities like Kate Winslet, Julia Roberts & Amy Adams in “Elba” Pumps — This roundup highlights multiple icons donning the “Elba” pumps: Kate Winslet in black suede at the London Film Festival, and both Julia Roberts and Amy Adams in colorful iterations at the Hollywood Film Awards.
- 📌 Carey Mulligan Adds Refined Flair with Rupert Sanderson Heels at “Mudbound” Premiere — Carey capped her elegant look with black suede “Elba” pumps, underlining their red-carpet versatility well into 2017.